Labradors’ overeating gene may explain human obesity risk, researchers say
A gene linked to obesity in Labradors is the same one found in humans, scientists say. The discovery could help researchers understand how genes influence appetite and weight gain.
A gene linked to obesity in Labradors is the same one found in humans, scientists say. The discovery could help researchers understand how genes influence appetite and weight gain.
Turkish official pledges to enact law to cull stray dogs after 2-year-old’s death
A young girl died after being attacked by stray dogs last week in Turkey.
A young girl died after being attacked by stray dogs last week in Turkey.
Swan waddles among Orlando traffic along State Road 408 near Bumby Avenue
Earlier today, the Orlando Police Department rescued a swan that was spotted waddling along State Road 408 near Bumby Avenue.
Earlier today, the Orlando Police Department rescued a swan that was spotted waddling along State Road 408 near Bumby Avenue.
Florida Department of Health issues rabies alert in Volusia County
The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County advises residents to be aware of rabies after a confirmed case in March.
The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County advises residents to be aware of rabies after a confirmed case in March.
Missing dog rescued from Florida river after being found tangled in tree
After being missing for about a week, "Blackie" the dog was rescued from a Florida river where he was tangled in a tree by his collar and leash.
After being missing for about a week, "Blackie" the dog was rescued from a Florida river where he was tangled in a tree by his collar and leash.
Scientists create mice with woolly mammoth-like fur through genetic engineering
Extinction is still forever. But scientists at a biotech company are trying what they say is the next best thing to restoring ancient beasts.
Extinction is still forever. But scientists at a biotech company are trying what they say is the next best thing to restoring ancient beasts.
Florida woman sentenced to 7 years for animal cruelty at fake pet rescue
A woman convicted of hoarding and neglecting rescue animals, leading to their starvation and death, has been sentenced to seven years in prison, officials said.
A woman convicted of hoarding and neglecting rescue animals, leading to their starvation and death, has been sentenced to seven years in prison, officials said.
Deputies discover Boa Constrictor snake in front seat of Florida man's car during arrest
Florida deputies made an alarming discovery when they responded to a complaint about a vehicle illegally dumping half a ton of yard waste along the river bank: a Boa Constrictor snake in the front seat of the car.
Florida deputies made an alarming discovery when they responded to a complaint about a vehicle illegally dumping half a ton of yard waste along the river bank: a Boa Constrictor snake in the front seat of the car.
Whale and her calf spotted off Daytona Beach Shores
In a once-in-a-lifetime sighting, a Deltona man captured video of two whales.
In a once-in-a-lifetime sighting, a Deltona man captured video of two whales.
Giraffe in Detroit: Animal spotted in bed of pickup is 100% real
A giraffe in the back of a truck turns out it was precisely what it looked like for a Metro Detroit driver.
A giraffe in the back of a truck turns out it was precisely what it looked like for a Metro Detroit driver.
Deputies corral runaway donkey on I-95 in Brevard County
Brevard County deputies and Florida Highway Patrol troopers worked together Monday to secure an unexpected runaway on Interstate 95 – a donkey named Clyde.
Brevard County deputies and Florida Highway Patrol troopers worked together Monday to secure an unexpected runaway on Interstate 95 – a donkey named Clyde.
VIDEO: Alligator takes its meal to-go in Florida, crosses road with turtle between its jaws
An alligator was seen crossing a road in Palm Beach County with a turtle in its jaws.
An alligator was seen crossing a road in Palm Beach County with a turtle in its jaws.
FOX 35 helps Florida veteran cruise with service dog after initial paperwork problems
A veteran in Florida finally got to live out his dream and set sail with his service dog. It only happened eight months later than expected.
A veteran in Florida finally got to live out his dream and set sail with his service dog. It only happened eight months later than expected.
Colorado puppy thieves fake seizure to steal dogs from pet store: police
The theft was captured on video at Perfect Pets in Centennial on Sunday afternoon.
The theft was captured on video at Perfect Pets in Centennial on Sunday afternoon.
Watch: Firefighters save goat stranded on 5th-floor ledge in Spain
Firefighters in Madrid rescued a goat stranded on a fifth-floor window ledge using carrots and lettuce to lure it to safety.
Firefighters in Madrid rescued a goat stranded on a fifth-floor window ledge using carrots and lettuce to lure it to safety.
'Amazing little puppy': Neglected dog now saving lives in Indian River County
A pup that needed saving will now save lives in Indian River County.
A pup that needed saving will now save lives in Indian River County.
Rest in peace Hurricane: Most decorated K9 in US history dies
Hurricane is a very good boy.
Hurricane is a very good boy.
Man accused of decapitating newly adopted dog, dumping body heads to trial in Pinellas County
The trial for a man accused of brutally killing and dumping a rescue dog began on Tuesday in Pinellas County.
The trial for a man accused of brutally killing and dumping a rescue dog began on Tuesday in Pinellas County.
Rodeo rider in Florida hospitalized after bull's horn slices neck open, says he intends to keep competing
A rodeo rider in Florida had a close brush with death when the bull he was riding sliced him in the neck when he was thrown off the animal's back. However, the 24-year-old says he plans to continue competing.
A rodeo rider in Florida had a close brush with death when the bull he was riding sliced him in the neck when he was thrown off the animal's back. However, the 24-year-old says he plans to continue competing.
Egg prices got you scrambling? Here's how much it costs to rent backyard chickens
As customers face empty shelves and rapidly rising egg prices at the supermarket due to the avian flu and a lower national supply, breakfast lovers have another option - their own backyard.
As customers face empty shelves and rapidly rising egg prices at the supermarket due to the avian flu and a lower national supply, breakfast lovers have another option - their own backyard.